County:Val Verde
Highway: US 277
Start Date: 05/01/2007
Project Description: US 277 Relief Route - A new two-lane roadway approximately 11.75 miles east of Del Rio from FM 2523 to US 90 and US 277.
Project Goals: Reduce congestion and traffic delays. Improve air quality by allowing traffic to move more efficiently.
Project Tool Benefits: Transportation needs are met now rather than waiting a decade for traditional funding.
Estimated: $75 Million

Paris

County:Grayson
Highway: SH 289
Start Date: 06/01/2007
Project Description: Construction of major north-south thoroughfare connecting northern Grayson County to SH 289 and North Dallas.
Project Tool Benefits: Connect the Grayson County Airport and northern Grayson County to SH 289. Relieve congestion from US 75 and provide rural access to suburban areas. Expand economic opportunities in the surrounding areas. Utilizing pass-through toll financing accelerates the project by up to 10 years.
Length: Approximately 10 miles
Estimated: $84.5 Million